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A Mardi Gras Krewe's formal event and dance
Sidewalk--French meaning a small bank along the road
Slow stream, or body of water running through a marsh or swamp.
"The Big Easy" became the official nickname for New Orleans after a contest was run years ago. Historically, New Orleans has weathered primitive conditions, yellow fever, hurricanes, floods, wars - English, French, Indians, Union -- and just plain hard living. Being a survivor was something to celebrate. In addition, New Orleans is noted for its total mix of cultures that have held onto their past traditions and languages. New Orleans is also constantly celebrating! There are music festivals, food festivals, etc. throughout the year. The bottom line is that "The Big Easy" won because it fits! If it's fun, tastes good, sounds right - then we're all for it!
The fatted bull; a Lenten symbol of the last meat eaten before a season of fasting
(The ope said like rope--no "e" heard) Don't ask where "Cal-lie-o-pea" is, nobody will understand what street you're looking for!
French Acadians that settled here from Canada
A single row house with the back half made into a two story. The front section remains a single.
Leader of a Carnival organization
· The party season before Mardi Gras, starts on January 6 (the Twelfth Night) (Celebrated with Kingcakes at Mardi Gras parties.) Cruise line from New Orleans that takes Caribbean cruises--it is wonderful!
A nickname for New Orleans
A Krewe's King, Queen, Maids and Dukes
A nickname for New Orleans, originating from the shape of the Mississippi River as it bends around the city
Descendents of French, Spanish, and Carribean slaves and natives; also come to mean any person whose ancestry derives from the mixed nationalities in the Carribean.
Twin bridges connecting the Eastbank with the Westbank
Mardi Gras float warehouse
Aluminum coins stamped with the parade krewe's insignia and theme
Making money in the "Land of Dixie" was a term used by rivermen and merchants--because $10.00 bank notes were earned, and the French word for ten is Dix.
In New Orleans, it's a cute word children use when tired and sleepy (from the french "to sleep" = dormir)
Sandwiches served with lettuce, tomatoes and mayonnaise--"the works"
A Cajun dance party, after the children have gone to sleep (see above!)
A region of Metairie (see below) that is a popular place to party during Mardi Gras, originating from the term Fat Tuesday, the literal translation of Mardi Gras
A souvenir that krewe members give to friends
About to
Lit torches historically carried during night parades
Balcony--walkway outside of homes on the second floor
Greater New Orleans area
Voo Doo good luck charm
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